Best Buy Co. Inc (BBY)vsBarnes & Noble Education Inc (BNED)
BBY
Best Buy Co. Inc
$60.40
-2.12%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $12.93B
BNED
Barnes & Noble Education Inc
$9.12
+1.00%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $250.98M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Best Buy Co. Inc generates 2559% more annual revenue ($41.69B vs $1.57B). BBY leads profitability with a 2.6% profit margin vs -4.5%. BNED appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.10. BBY earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
BBY
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
BNED
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+71.6%
Fair Value
$235.87
Current Price
$60.40
$175.47 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for BNED.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 37 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Generating 1.1B in free cash flow
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
3.7% earnings growth
2.6% margin — thin
Revenue declined 1.0%
2.1% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Operating margin of 3.6%
ROE of -36.8% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BBY
The strongest argument for BBY centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score, P/E Ratio. PEG of 1.19 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : BNED
The strongest argument for BNED centers on Price/Book. PEG of 1.10 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : BBY
The primary concerns for BBY are EPS Growth, Profit Margin, Revenue Growth. Thin 2.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : BNED
The primary concerns for BNED are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Operating Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BBY profiles as a value stock while BNED is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
BNED carries more volatility with a beta of 1.47 — expect wider price swings.
BNED is growing revenue faster at 2.1% — sustainability is the question.
BBY generates stronger free cash flow (1.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BBY scores higher overall (64/100 vs 47/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Best Buy Co. Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · SPECIALTY RETAIL · USA
Best Buy Co., Inc. is an American multinational consumer electronics retailer headquartered in Richfield, Minnesota.
Barnes & Noble Education Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · SPECIALTY RETAIL · USA
Barnes & Noble Education, Inc. operates bookstores for college and university campuses and K-12 institutions in the United States. The company is headquartered in Basking Ridge, New Jersey.
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